1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Mini Metro would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1693 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Mini Metro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Mini Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Mini Metro | Continental |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 90 L |
